The Taking Flight Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Taking Flight Foundation is a private foundation in Wilmington, Delaware. In tax year 2025 it gave $104,000 in 14 grants; the typical grant was $7,500 and the largest $20,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$104,000
- Number of grants14
- Typical grant$7,500
- Largest grant$20,000
- Assets$2.4 million
- New grantees71%
Giving in 2025 was up from $89,270 the year before.
71% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $90,900 | 15 | $2.2 million |
| 2024 | $89,270 | 8 | $2.3 million |
| 2025 | $104,000 | 14 | $2.4 million |
How to apply
The Taking Flight Foundation says in its IRS filing that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations, so unsolicited applications are unlikely to be considered. Organizations it funds are usually invited.
What The Taking Flight Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Colorado.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Colorado | 8 | $52,500 |
| Washington | 1 | $15,000 |
| Wyoming | 2 | $11,500 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $10,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $10,000 |
| Michigan | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Birds of Prey Foundation | General & Unrestricted | $20,000 |
| Friends of the Great Commission | Medical Mission Eswatini - Mercy Air Sight Flight | $15,000 |
| Child and Family Advocacy Program | General & Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Circle of Hope Health Care Services | General & Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Friends of the Bridger-Teton | General & Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Mercy Air Helicopter Inc | Helicopter Operations in Eswatini | $10,000 |
| The Wild Animal Sanctuary A Colorado Non-Profit Co | Wild Animal Refuge Land Purchase | $10,000 |
| Child Safe Michigan | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Longhopes Donkey Shelter Inc | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Western Resource Advocates | General & Unrestricted | $3,000 |
| Rocky Mountain Public Media Inc | General & Unrestricted | $2,500 |
| Star Valley Search and Rescue | General & Unrestricted | $1,500 |
| Equal Representation of Media Advocacy Corporation | General & Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Public Broadcasting of Colorado Inc | General & Unrestricted | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Jonathan Berman
Questions people ask
Does The Taking Flight Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Taking Flight Foundation give?
$104,000 in tax year 2025, across 14 grants, with a typical grant of $7,500.
Who runs The Taking Flight Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Jonathan Berman (Pres, Dir, Sec, Treas).
What does The Taking Flight Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health and youth programs.